PRIMARY USES:

Irritated and sore throats, Coughs, Irritable Bowel, Gastrointestinal ulcers, External ulcers, sores and wounds

PROPERTIES:

Demulcent

Emollient

Nutritive

Astringent

Anti-tussive

Vulnerary

INDICATIONS:

Slippery Elm Bark is rich in mucilage and is therefore indicated for soothing and healing irritated tissues such as those of the throat, respiratory tract and intestinal tract. The bark is made up of a complex mixture of polysaccharides that form a gel-like substance when combined with liquid. It can help with sore throats, cough, irritable bowel, gastritis, and gastric or duodenal ulcers. It helps diarrhea by soothing the intestinal tract while also acting as an astringent.

Externally Slippery Elm can be made into a poultice wounds, burns, boils, abscesses and other skin conditions.

CONTRA-INDICATIONS AND CAUTIONS:

None

COMPLIMENTARY FORMULAS & SINGLE HERBS:

Respir-Ease/Respiratory Complex

Comfrey

Goldenseal (for infections)

TASTE:

Bitter

Formula may contain small amounts of herbal precipitate (small particles) due to strength of preparation.

PRIMARY USES:

Nutritional Support, Poor Diet, Fatigue, Increased Exercise Performance, Low-Immunity, Allergies

PROPERTIES:

Immuno-Modulating, Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant

INDICATIONS:

Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It does not have cellulose cell walls, and can therefore be quickly and easily assimilated by the body. It contains a vast array of nutrients including B complex vitamins, vitamin E, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, and selenium, as well as the essential fatty acids gamma linolenic acid and alpha linolenic acid. As a source of protein, Spirulina is an excellent option as it contains 65-71 percent complete protein. Its high nutrient content makes it an ideal supplement for vegans, vegetarians, athletes, those with a weak immune system and anyone needing increased nutritional support. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immuno-modulating properties, and is believed to have potential health benefits for many diseases including cardiovascular disease, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, and cancer.

Spirulina’s easily absorbed vitamins, minerals, polysaccharides and essential fatty acids make it an ideal supplement for anyone seeking an energy boost. It is often consumed by athletes during training and before competitions to prolong energy and prevent muscle damage. Studies have confirmed that Spirulina delays the time to fatigue during intense exercise and decreases lipid peroxidation, which reduces damage to skeletal muscles. Other studies report that supplementing with Spirulina increases exercise performance and fat oxidation.